Paul Monson grew up in Ephriam Utah. He met his wonderful wife, Leslie, in the 7th grade, he had to overcome a lot to get her to marry him. He served his mission in San Antonio Texas. He and his wife have 5 children, all married and 13 grandchildren. He has taught seminary in Pocatello ID, Orem High School, and Lone Peak High School. . He loves being around young adults, camping, hiking, all sports, and telling great? or bad? dad jokes, he puts them in a "Data (Dada) base!